Find Sunrise Traffic Court Records
Sunrise traffic court records are processed by the Broward County Clerk of Courts. Sunrise is a city of about 100,128 people in the western part of Broward County. All traffic citations issued by Sunrise police go to the Broward County clerk for filing and case management. The closest traffic court office for Sunrise residents is the West Regional Courthouse in neighboring Plantation. This page walks through how to search Sunrise traffic records, pay fines, use the conditional plea option, and get copies of court documents.
Sunrise Quick Facts
Broward County Handles Sunrise Traffic Cases
There are no city-level traffic courts in Florida. All Sunrise traffic citations get filed with the Broward County Clerk of Courts. The main clerk office is at 201 SE 6th Street in Fort Lauderdale, but the West Regional Courthouse in Plantation is closer to Sunrise. It sits at 100 North Pine Island Road, Room 110. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
When a Sunrise police officer issues a traffic ticket, the citation goes straight to the Broward County Clerk. The Broward County Clerk Traffic and Misdemeanor Division processes the case, logs the record, and tracks the fine. Under Chapter 316 of the Florida Statutes, Sunrise follows the same traffic laws as every other city in Florida. The Broward County court system has four traffic court locations across the county, so Sunrise residents can pick whichever one is most convenient.
| Office | Broward County Clerk of Courts - Traffic West |
|---|---|
| Nearest Location | 100 North Pine Island Road, Room 110 Plantation, FL 33324 |
| Phone | 954-831-6565 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
| P.O. Box 14610, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33302-4610 |
Search Sunrise Traffic Cases Online
The Broward County Clerk runs an online case search system that covers all Sunrise traffic court records. You can search by name, case number, or citation number. The results show the charge, court dates, fine amounts, and case status. It is free to search. No registration or account is needed.
The Broward County Clerk's website lets you look up Sunrise traffic court records from home.
The clerk's online system includes all court divisions in Broward County, so filter results to traffic cases when looking for Sunrise records.
Under Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes, court records in Florida are public. That includes Sunrise traffic court records. Anyone can search for and copy them. You don't have to be the person named on the citation. Personal details like social security numbers are withheld, but the violation, outcome, and fine details are open. The MyFLCourtAccess statewide portal is another option that includes Broward County data.
Note: Sealed or expunged Sunrise traffic cases do not appear in any search results, whether online or in person.
Sunrise Traffic Citation Payment Methods
Civil traffic infractions in Sunrise must be paid within 30 calendar days from the date on the citation. This deadline is strict. Late payments result in additional fees from the Broward County Clerk. The Florida DHSMV can also suspend your driver's license. Handle Sunrise traffic fines promptly.
There are several ways for Sunrise residents to pay traffic fines:
- Online through the Broward County Clerk's website
- At any Florida AMSCOT location with cash
- By mail to P.O. Box 14610, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33302-4610
- In person at the West Regional Courthouse in Plantation or any Broward traffic office
- Through the PayIt app
The statewide PayFLClerk site also accepts Broward County payments. Be aware that paying a Sunrise traffic fine counts as a guilty plea. The Florida DHSMV adds points to your driving record for most moving violations. Under Florida Statute 318.18, the penalty amounts are set based on what you were cited for and how fast you were going over the limit.
Conditional Plea for Sunrise Traffic Tickets
The Broward County Clerk offers a Conditional Plea of No Contest for traffic cases. This option works well for Sunrise drivers who want to avoid points on their license. You fill out a form and submit it. No court hearing is required. The whole thing can be done by mail or email.
The conditional plea is available for civil traffic infractions that did not involve a crash and do not require a mandatory hearing under Florida law. If approved, adjudication is withheld on your Sunrise traffic case. That means no conviction on your record. No points on your license. You still pay the full fine. For many Sunrise residents, that trade-off is worth it. A clean driving record keeps insurance rates down. Submit one form per citation. You can email the form to the clerk or mail it to the P.O. Box address. Or drop it off at the West Regional Courthouse in Plantation, which is close to Sunrise.
Note: A conditional plea is not available for criminal traffic offenses or citations requiring a mandatory court hearing.
Sunrise Traffic Court Fees and Record Costs
Fine amounts for Sunrise traffic cases depend on the violation. Moving violations cost more than non-moving ones. Speeding fines scale with how many miles per hour over the limit you were going. The Broward County Clerk collects all fines for Sunrise traffic citations.
Copies of Sunrise traffic court records cost $1.00 per page for plain copies and $2.00 per page for certified copies. Driver license history records are available through the clerk too. A 3-year history costs $14.25 and a 7-year or complete history costs $16.25. These reports cover all your traffic violations statewide, not just Sunrise cases. Go to any of the four Broward County court locations to get them, or call 954-831-6565 and ask about the process.
If a Sunrise traffic fine goes unpaid for more than 90 days, the Broward County Clerk sends the case to collections under Florida Statute 28.246. The collection agency adds up to 40% to your balance. A $200 fine becomes $280. And the state suspends your license on top of that. Don't let a Sunrise traffic case reach collections. Call the clerk to work out a plan.
Traffic School Options in Sunrise
Sunrise drivers can elect traffic school for most civil traffic infractions. Completing a state-approved course keeps points off your license. You pay the fine plus the course fee, but your driving record stays clean. Insurance companies check your points, so this can save you real money over time.
The restrictions are the same across Broward County. You can use traffic school once every 12 months. The lifetime limit is three uses. CDL holders cannot elect traffic school at all. You must tell the Broward County Clerk before the 30-day deadline that you want to take this option for your Sunrise traffic case. Online courses are accepted. Call 954-831-6565 to check if your citation qualifies. The Florida Clerks of Court Operations Corporation supports all 67 county clerks across the state, and the Broward clerk follows statewide guidelines for traffic school eligibility.
Broward County Traffic Court Records
Sunrise is in Broward County, and all traffic filings go through the Broward County Clerk of Courts. The county processes traffic cases for Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, and many other cities. For full details on the county system and all four court locations, see the Broward County page.
Nearby Florida Cities
These cities are near Sunrise in Broward County. All of them use the same Broward County Clerk for traffic court records.